Manager - Lean Performance

Description

• Review and write reports, approve expenditures, develop and enforce standard practices. Recommend, plan and direct coaching and development of leaders and problem-solving techniques
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to lean initiatives.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Lead the development of an operational workforce planning system.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Train and mentor staff on lean manufacturing principles and practices.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve production efficiency and reduce waste through problem solving.
• Lead and manage lean manufacturing development initiatives across the organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement projects.
• Hire, train and mentor engineers and support staff to work to their full potential. Maintain department quality and performance metrics. Write performance reviews and solve departmental issues.
• Develop leadership and teams to better understand problems and solve them leveraging principles aligned with TPS principles, building respect for individuals and driving results.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or related Engineering field
• 10+ years total experience, 5+ years management experience
• Experience working in the electrical manufacturing industry.
• Previous roles at companies leveraging a mature lean manufacturing approach
• Proficiency in data analysis and performance metrics.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, tools, and techniques.
• Proven experience in leading lean initiatives and driving significant improvements using TPS principles.
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with leadership development, standardized work development, problem solving, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Low volume, highly engineered product mix experience, knowledge of lean practices
• Light Lifting (occasional 25 lbs or less)

Benefits

• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401 (k)
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Life Insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance